Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago

Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Mothercare PLC Full time

Mothercare are seeking a talented Legal Counsel in a stand alone role to support the business with the timely delivery of its objectives. We will consider applicants who require full time or part time working patterns.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts from all functions including franchising, licensing, marketing, wholesale, brand endorsement, supply/financing, manufacturing, social media agreements and sponsorship, IT and digital, NDAs and HOTs
  • Assisting with management of Mothercare’s international Intellectual Property Portfolio via its external advisers to include registrations, renewals, oppositions, clearance and domain names
  • Supporting with company secretarial matters to include corporate governance and filings for Mothercare group companies
  • Researching niche areas of law
  • Liaising with and management of external counsel and key legal suppliers (in any number of the 40 territories which Mothercare’s Franchise Partners operate)
  • Drafting templates, guidance documents and summary guides
  • Developing policies and processes
  • Supporting the business with its strategic objectives and wider business requirements
  • Supporting with the implementation and roll-out of Mothercare’s contract repository
  • Identifying and mitigating legal and commercial risk
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable laws
  • Managing and updating legal contractual systems and databases
  • Managing litigation and claims including correspondence with insurers

About you

  • Qualified Lawyer with circa a minimum of 3 years’ PQE or non-qualified lawyer with equivalent experience (PQE should be treated as a guide as we will be willing to consider candidates of higher/lesser PQE if they are able to demonstrate other relevant experience)
  • Strong commercial drafting and negotiation skills across a range of commercial agreements
  • Experience in contract law, Intellectual Property and consumer law
  • An ability to manage unfamiliar matters practically and efficiently, using existing skillset and common sense
  • Commercially astute and solutions orientated – an ability to grasp business needs and apply legal advice accordingly
  • Excellent verbal and written communication – an expert in simplifying complex legal concepts to the business
  • Some knowledge of corporate matters (including corporate governance and filings) is desirable but not essential

Best Things

If you’re looking for a career change, why not take your search global? Or at least to a global business with their home in the UK. Working from our new Head Office in Apsley, you’ll find opportunities that reach families and franchise partners all around the world.

Whether you’re interested in product design, finance, people management or another passion, each of our teams offer a unique experience but the same chance to collaborate with brilliant people and grow your career. So, if we’ve piqued your interest and you want to know more, keep on scrolling. We’ve been on quite the journey and there’s lots to know about us, starting with our business areas and the amazing mums at the heart of our brand… if you're interested in finding out more, come and take a look at our website

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